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McLean Hospital Belmont Campus stands on Mill Street, close to Lone Tree Hill and the Pleasant Street Historic District. The hospital treats psychiatric conditions and substance use disorders, and it serves adults of all ages, among them people 50 and older. Planning starts with the individual, so no two people get the same set of services by default.

Clinicians treat depression, substance use disorders, personality disorders, trauma-related conditions and cognitive difficulties, and they often see these together rather than one at a time. Massachusetts dual diagnosis treatment at this Belmont campus pairs psychiatric care with addiction services. The hospital's approach leans on evidence-based therapy, family involvement and an individual plan for each person admitted.

Plans combine one-to-one counseling, group work and medication management, delivered by a multidisciplinary team. The stated aim is to ease symptoms, build coping skills and improve day-to-day quality of life. Family members are encouraged to take part, and peer mentoring gives people a connection to others who have been through similar care.

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The campus lists three levels of care: detox, residential rehab and outpatient services. Alcohol and drug detox at this Massachusetts hospital is medically supervised by clinical staff. Someone who drinks heavily or uses benzodiazepines regularly should have a clinician oversee withdrawal, because those withdrawals can become dangerous quickly and need monitoring, not a home attempt.

Therapy options include cognitive behavioral therapy group therapy dialectical behavior therapy family counseling, individual counseling, daily living skills help, nutrition guidance, and psychoeducation. For depression that has not improved with other methods, transcranial magnetic stimulation is offered, and cognitive neuropsychiatry services address concerns related to dementia. A typical stay is about 5 days, though the length of someone's stay depends on the level of care and what the clinical picture requires.

• Psychoeducation
• Individual Treatment
• 1-on-1 Counseling
• Family Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Family Involvement
• Nutrition Counseling
• Evidence-Based
• Group Therapy
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Who this Belmont program is built for

• Adults of all ages, including people 50 and older
• Men and women seeking detox, residential rehab or outpatient care
• Individuals facing both mental health and substance use conditions at once
• Individuals with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, OCD or PTSD
• People living with personality disorders, trauma or schizophrenia
• Those needing eating disorder care or smoking cessation support

Setting, time in care, and languages

The listed program length is typically 5 days, but the real duration hinges on the level of care a person begins with. The campus sits in Belmont, close to the Pleasant Street Historic District, Lone Tree Hill, and Beaver Brook Reservation, with public transportation within reach. Care is provided in English, and the hospital dates back to 1811.

Paying for care at McLean Belmont

The center lists out-of-pocket rates. Insurance coverage and open beds change frequently, so the practical step is to call and ask what your plan covers before assuming anything. Our helpline can help you begin that verification with the hospital at no cost to you. Massachusetts rehabs that take Medicaid and private insurance differ, so confirm details directly.

What to raise before enrolling

• Which level of care will the clinical team suggest, and for what reason
• Whether my family member's insurance plan is accepted and what it covers
• How long the stay is expected to last beyond the typical 5 days
• What withdrawal monitoring looks like during detox
• What continuing care, medication assistance and peer support follow discharge